Leaving 'breadcrumbs' - small traces like in Hansel and Gretel
Actual Meaning
Sending sporadic messages to keep someone interested without commitment
Examples in Context
Friend: 'He texts once a week - he's breadcrumbing me.'
Helpful Tips
1Keeps you hanging on
2Not genuine interest
3Recognize the pattern
Phrase Thesaurus
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stringing along
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